Mechanic

Illinois School District U-46

Elgin, IL

Position Type:
Transportation/Mechanic

Date Posted:
7/14/2026

Location:
Transportation

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
06/01/2027
Position / Title: Mechanic

Bargaining Unit: DUTU

Department/Location: Transportation

Calendar Days: 261

Reports To: Shop Foreman

JD Revision Date: 05/31/2022

Supervises: N/A

Function / Position Summary

To provide the safest mode of transportation for the students of School District U-46 through the highest level of maintenance and repair standards.

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair/parts replacement and diagnostics on district vehicles including the following systems & their components; electrical, air conditioning, brakes, glass, engine maintenance and overhaul, transmissions, exhaust, tires, suspension, and drivetrain to ensure the safest possible transportation for students and staff.
Assist with body and structural work as needed.
Complete all categories/levels of preventative maintenance, as well as IDOT mandated brake inspections.
Prepare and submit accurate and timely repair & maintenance records on a consistent basis.
Follow all departmental procedures related to shop operations.
Maintain vehicle compliance utilizing the Illinois Department of Transportation and federal standards.
Maintain the highest level of work performance and complete repairs as assigned, while upholding high safety standards.
Maintain a clean and organized shop area.
Maintain an appropriate set of personal job-related tools.
Safely operate the district tow truck(s) while performing road calls.
Obey all traffic laws and department guidelines when operating district owned vehicles.
Assist with snow removal when assigned.
Work independently while contributing to a positive and professional team effort.
Other duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Auto/Diesel/Industrial vocational trade school preferred.
Bilingual - Spanish/English (written/verbal) preferred.

Experience / Knowledge

Four (4) years fleet maintenance and repair experience on medium/heavy-duty vehicles preferred.
Ability to multitask.
Knowledge of diesel and gasoline vehicle repairs and maintenance.
Knowledge of State and Federal mandated requirements regarding the repair and maintenance of school buses.
Must have a valid driver's license and clean MVR, and be able to obtain a Class A license with airbrake endorsement within 6 months of employment.
Must be at least 21 years of age.

Physical Demands

Required to do repetitive bending, kneeling, and lifting (at least 50 lbs.) with proper technique, during the course of the normal work day.
Work safely while climbing and/or standing on ladders.
Must work safely in varying weather conditions.

Terms of Employment

This is a 12-month position.
Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education and set forth in the collective bargaining agreement.

Attachment(s):

DUTU 12 Month Benefit Sheet.pdf
DUTU salary schedule FY27.pdf

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